HOOVER. 800 Cleaner. SpinS Floor.

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1 HOOVER ate TM SpinS Floor 800 Cleaner

2 When using an electrical appliance, ahvays ibbow basic precautions. including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING APPLIANCE. A B _lb reduce the risk of fire. electric shock, or injury:, Use indoors only., Use only on surfaces moistened by the cleaning process or small spills. Do not immerse product. * For use on bare floors or seated wood floors. NO_I ['or use on carpets. * Always install float before any wet pick up operation. Connect to a p_roperlygrounded outlet only. See ' Grounding Instructio_ls'. - Do not clean over floor electrical outlets. Do not use witho tanks m place. Use extra care -when cleaning on stairs. Do riot place cleaner on stairs, * Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or, The use of an extension cord is near chi dren. Do no_ allow cleaner riot recommended. If an extension to be used as a toy or to run unat- cord is absolutely necessary, use at tended at any time. least a t6 gauge 3-wire cordwhich has a 3-prong grounding type plug, Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and a 3-pole receptacle _at accepts feet and all parts of body away&ore _he machine plug. openings and moving parts. * Keep detergents and other clean-, Do not pick up anything that is ers out of children's reach. burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. * Do not pick or combustible up or use materials flammable such as gasoline or fine wood sandings or use in areas where they may Be presen[, Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the cleaner. They may damage the machine., Do not pm any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep fl'ee of dust, lint, hair. and anything that may reduce air flow. o Do uo_ pick up chlorine bleach, drain cleaner, gasoline or any other loxic material with this appliance. * When using recommended chemicals with this machine, be certain area is well ventilated. Follow manufacturer's instructions for all chemicals used with this machine. Do not exceed recommended mixing ratios. Store in a dry place. Do not expose machine to Freezing temperamres_, Do not use with damaged cord or, Do not pull or carry by cord use plug. If appliance is not working as cord as a handle, close door on cord it should, has been dropped, damor pull cord around sharp edges or aged left outdoors, or dropped into corners. Do not run apphance over water, take it to a Hoover Factory cord. Keep cord away from heated Service Center or Amhorized surfaces. Hoover Warranty Service Dealer. * Always discormect cord _}orn electri- * Use cleaner only for its intended eel oulle_ before servicing the cleaner, use as described in the instructions. * Unplug cleaner when not in use. Turn off all controls be[ore unplugging. This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to, Do not unplug by pulling on cause cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, no_ HANDLING. _he cord., Never handle plug or appliance with wet hands. This appliance must be grounded. If it shoum malfun(tion or breakdown, grounding provides a path of leas{ resis tance for electrical current to reduce the risk of electric shock This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equip men[-grounding conductor (C) and grounding plug (A). The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet (B) that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ot([illailces. hnptoper connection of the equipment grounding conductoi can result in the risk of electric shock. Check with a quali fled ele(trician or service person if'you are in c[oub{ as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance - if it will not fit the oudet, have a proper out le_ installed by a qualified electrician. This appliance is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like [he plug illus[ra[ed in sketch (A). F A temporary adapter (D) may be used _o connect this plug to a 2 pole _eceptacle (E) if'a properly grounded oudet is no{ available. The _emporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet (B) can be installed by a qualified electrician. The green cobred rigid ear, lug, or d_e like (F) ex_ending from _he adapter mvst be connected to a perma nent ground (G) such as a properly grounded outlet box coven Whenever the adapter is used, it must be helc[ in place by a metal screw. NOTE: In Canada, the use of' a temporary adapter is not permitted by the Canadian Electrical Code. m

3 T0-7ontact u--s: -" automated service dealer locator our Consumer Response Center {8AM to 5 PM Monday - Friday) f Fill in and Save "> For your records, enter the model number and serial numbers in the spaces provided. These numbers are located on the data label on the back of the cleaner hod> Model Serial No. No. Save your sales receipt and attach it to this manual. Proof of date of purchase may be required for warranty service of your cleaner. Important safeguards... 2 Carton contents... 3 Cleaner description... 4 General Operation Mode selector dial... 8 Solution tank To clean filters How to clean Recommended cleaning sequence Cleaning... floors Picking up spills Using the hose and tools Select tool Attach hose and tool Storage... Maintenance 15 Cleaning the nozzle Cleaning the brushes Troubleshooting... Service Warranty... 20,.. J F Hard floor cleaner B. Nozzle C. Upper handle D. Brush assemblies (2) E. Tool caddy F. Floor swivel tool G. Grout tool H. L Telescoping Hose wand ]. Floor cleaning concentrates,j A C IU8 B LISTED 2004 The Hoover Company vw,w_.hoovef.oom H J ContJnuect _ 3

4 f This cleaner is intended for household use. Operate cleaner only at voltage specified on data plate on back of cleaner, Plug cleaner into a properly grounded outlet, 11 \ 11j Soft hand grip ON/OFF switch 3. Solution trigger: squeeze to release 4. cleaning solution Mode selector dial: turns brushes ON for wet cleaning and OFF for wet pickup and dry vacuuming Clean Clean solution solution tank tank cap/measuring cup 7. Clean solution tank release 8. Recovery tank release 9. Recovery tank lid and filter 10. Recovery tank: collects d W debris as well as dirty cleaning solution 11. Nozzle release buttons: _>lease nozzle for easy clean-up (located behind nozzle) 12. Nozzle , , 24, Squeegee (underneath nozzle) Bumper Soft-tread wheels Hose connector door Carrying handle Upper handle release button Cord hooks: top hook rotates for quick cord _>lease Handle release pedal Tool caddy Hose Telescoping wand Grout brush assembly (gray bristles) Floor swivel tool Grout tool

5 Assemble handle Rotate bottom handle support (A) up the upright position until a snap is %lt. Align control rod (B) on upper handle (C) with slot in bottom aandle support (D). Push upper handle (C) down until it is snapped in place. / Install brushes and nozzle To install brushes, place handle in pright position. Tilt cleaner back so that it rests on the floor. \ Align post (A) on brush block with hole (B) on bottom of cleaner. Turn brushes slightly until post fits easily into hole. Continued _ 5

6 Press brush assembly firmly to snap into place. % install nozzle, make sure latches (C) are Align middle section (D) of nozzle with opening (E) or] cleaner. Remove cardboard packing insert from squeegee area on underside of nozzle. While holding nozzle in place, slide inward to lock in place. The two sections (A & B) of the tool y snap together for assembly. Press where indicated by arrows to snap securely in place. / The caddy conveniently fits over the top of the cleaner nozzle (C) for storage. \

7 F E G H Store hose;tools and accessories To store bose: Place the hose grip (D) into (E) on back of caddy. Pull hose up and press into cut-out area (F). Continue wrapping hose down, underneath tongue (G), and back tap, pressing into second cut-out area (H). Place hose end (I) into slot (J) on back of caddy. Place floor swivel tool (K), grout tool (L), brush assembly (M), telescoping wand (N) and detergent (0) into caddy as shown. Raise tapper handle (A) to upright position until it locks in place. Press tapper handle release button 'B) to fold handle to storage position. \ Step on pedal (A) to lower handle to operating position. Handle does not lock into a single position, but "floats" to allow convenient operation. J A Push switch (A) once to turn cleaner Push switch again to turn cleaner OFF.

8 To move your cleaner from room to room, put handle in upright position, tilt cleaner back on rear wheels and push forward. The cleaner may also be lifted using the carying handle (A) on the ff'ont of the cleaner. Your HOOVER FloorMate TM SpinScrub TM 800 Cleaner can be used to both vacuum dry debris and wet clean non-carpeted floor surfaces such as vinyl, tile, marble and sealed wood. It is not intended for use on carpet or rugs. CAUTION: To prevent damage to wood floors, follow the flooring manufacturer's clean- If using cleaner on sealed wood floors, inspect floor surface for worn finish, bare wood or separated joints. Do not use FloorMate TM SpinScrub TM Cleaner to wet clean sealed wood floors if any of these conditions exist. The Mode selector dial (A) turns the brushon and off. floor For dry debris pickup, turn the dial to the position. In this position, the brushes will not rotate and are raised off the surface. To wet clean with brushes turned ON, turn the dial to the WASH position. For wet pickup, turn the dial to the WET PICK- UP position. Refer to "How to clean" section for complete cleaning instructions.

9 The tanks Solution (upper) tank The solution tank holds detergent and water that is to be dispersed onto the surface being cleaned. How to fill Disconnect cleaner fl'om electrical outlet. Place cleaner handle in upright, locked position. 75 remove tank, squeeze release button and pulltank ht out. Carry tank to a sink. Rotate tank cap counter-clockwise and lift up to remove cap (A). Turn cap (A) upside down to serve as a measuring cup. hard surface floors such as vinyl, linoleum, laminate wood, polyurethane sealed wood or other wood floors that can normally be cleaned using water, use one cap (2 oz.) HOOVER') Floor to Flooff MCleaner. Check for worn spots or joint separations before using, as these conditions could lead to damaged flooring when using water to clean floor. When cleaning ceramic and other tiles, use the set of grout brushes with gray bristles included with your FloorMate TM SpinScrub v< 800 Cleaner. Use these for tile floors where extra attention is needed for cleaning grout. (See "Cleaning the brushes" section for how to _>move and _>place the brush assemblies.) Using cap (A), measure 1-1/2 capflfls (3 oz.) of HOOVER(_)Grout Cleaner. DO NOT use cleaning concentrates that contain solvent based ingredients. Pour cleaning concentrate into tank (B). Fill tank to line (C) (1 quart) with warm water. Cont_nu_,d =_ 9

10 If rubber ring (D) on cap has become dislodged, reposiit with uneven side against ledge (E) as shown. Replace cap. Rotate cap clockwise until it locks in place. must be locked in place for proper performance and to prevent leaking. J Slide tank straight into position until latch snaps in place. Recovery (lower) tank Automatic shut-off An automatic suction shut-off is built into the recovery tank to prevent the tank from overflowing. When the shut-off activates, the cleaner will not pick up debris and the sound of the motor will change. The recovery tank is full and must be emptied. 10

11 "x How to empty Turn cleaner off and disconnect from electrical outlet. Although not necessary for satisfacto_\y performance, it is recommended that the recovery tank be emptied after dry vacuuming and before wet operation. Check the solution tank also. It may need to be refilled at this time. J To remove tank, press down on release button (B) pull tank straight out. Remove tank lid (C). Empty tank../ To clean filters The tank lid contains a washable, reusable filter. Clean this pleated filter" when suction is low or reduced. Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet. Remove recovery tank and lid (Figs. 27 & 28). filter" lid (A), then remove filter" (B). Remove loose debris from filter by tapping the filter or gently brushing using your hand. The filter" may also be rinsed for additional cleaning. Allow filter to air" dry between uses. Reposition filter. Replace filter" lid. Press down firmly until snapped place. Continued _ 11

12 Dry or loose debris will also collect on the filter screen located in the tank lid. To remove debris from screen, remove the pleated filter the lid. Remove debris from screen (D). \ The filter screen may also be cleaned by rinsing it under running water. Reposition pleated filter in lid. Replace lid onto recovery tank, pressing down firmly until snapped in place. To replace recovery tank, place bottom of tank behind ledge (E) and push tank straight into cleaner body until it is locked in place. E_ J Recommended cleaning sequence Use your HOOVER') FloorMate TM SpinScrub TM 800 Cleaner to: o Dry Vacuum to remove loose dirt, hair and debris. Wet Clean the floor surface. The brushes will provide light agitation to help loosen dirt., W'et Pickup reduces drying time of the floor surface. The Mode selector dial turns the brushes on and off., debris pickup, turn the dial to the DRY VAC posi- In this position, the brushes will not rotate and are raised off the floor surface. / To wet clean with brushes turned ON, turn the dial to the WASH position (B). For wet pickup, turn the dial to the WET PICKUP position (C). 12

13 NOTE: Your HOOVER ) FloorMate TM SpinScrub T< 800 cleaner may be used to clean wood floors that have been sealed with a polyurethane coating and can be cleaned with water. CAUTION: To prevent damage to wood floors, follow the flooring manufacturer's cleaning rec- If using cleaner on sealed wood floors, inspect floor surface for worn finish, bare wood or separated joints. Do not use FloorMate TM SpinScrub TM cleaner to wet clean sealed wood floors if any of these conditions exist ; Set Mode selector dial to DRY VAC position and vacuum floor. Turn cleaner off" and disconnect from electrical outlet. Empty recovery tank (see Figs. 27 and 28). Determine the type of brushes to be used (either gray for ceramic and other tiles or white for vinyl and sealed wood floors). See "Cleaning the brushes" for removing and replacing brushes. Fill solution tank with either Floor to Floor TM Cleaning Concentrate or Grout Cleaner, depending upon the type of floor being cleaned, and water (see Figs. 20 through 26). Do not use solvent based cleaning concentrates in your cleaner. Do not use any type of wax in your cleaner. 'IkJrn Mode selector dial to WASH position. Dry hands and plug cleaner into a properly grounded outlet. Step on handle release pedal and lower handle to operating position. Turn cleaner ON. To release solution, squeeze trigger (A) (Fig. 34). Slowly move cleaner forward and backward over area to be cleaned.,///y_-)/ Squeeze trigger to release solution as needed. /_/_ //.f N Overlap, strokes by one inch to help prevent streaking. The // / \ A cleaner s suction will pick up the dirty solution throughout / / "A cleaning. _ J To greatly enhance drying of the floor surface, release trigger k_ jd and turn Mode selector dial to the WET PICKUP position. Continue to move cleaner over the area to pick up the dirty solution. To continue cleaning another area, turn Mode selector dial to WASH position. Repeat steps 7 through 9. Note: When cleaning sealed wood floors, make sure all areas are completely" dr> Ensure that no water remains on the floor. Note: When switching between wet cleaning and wet pickup, it is not necessary to turn the cleaner oft. Simply move the Mode selector dial between the two settings. Empty recovery tank or clean the filter when the motor sotmd becomes higher in pitch and there is a loss of suction (see "Automatic shut-off" section). Picking up spills Your cleaner may also be used to pick up small liquid spills (1 quart or less, never to exceed 114 inch in depth) on non-carpeted floors. Turn Mode selector dial to the WET PICK- UP position and release the trigger. Continue to move cleaner over the a_>a to pick up the spill. Do not use the cleaner to pick up flammable or combustible liquids or chemicals, do not use the cleaner to pick up detergents that contain solvent based ingredients. ContJnuect _ 13

14 Select tool A. Floor swivel tool * Swivel head * 2 rows of brushes o Use to clean small, tight areas B. Grout tool * Stiff brushes to use for more, concentrated cleaning on stubborn grout stains k,. A B / Attach hose and tool Unplug cleaner from electrical outlet. How to connect hose /Open hose door (A) on side of cleaner. / Align hose connector (B) with hose and solution ports (C). / Insert hose connector (B) until it snaps in place. / To disconnect hose: Squeeze the hook (D) on bottom of hose connector. Remove hose from port. / Close hose door tightly. How to connect telescoping wand / Slide wand (A) onto hose end (B). Snap wand over tab (C) on hose. D / To extend telescoping wand, pull button (D) toward you and pull wand away from you to the desired length. The full extension of the wand is indicated by a 'MAX' line. It is recommended you do not extend the wand past this line. / To remove wand: Push forward and up on latch (E). Slide wand off hose. How to connect tools / Tools may be attached directly to the hose or onto the telescoping wand. / All tools attach in the same manner. / Slide tool onto hose or wand. Snap tool over tab (A) on hose or wand. / To remove tool: Push fo_anard and up on latch (B). Slide tool off hose or wand. I4

15 othe handle must be in the upright position in order "h get cleaning solution through the hose. ) Using the tool / Squeeze and hold trigger (A) in hose grip to release cleaning solution.,/ Let go of trigger and pull tool over same area to pick up dirty solution without putting down more solution. Before storing cleaner: Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet, Empty and rinse solution and recovery tanks. Allow to air dry. Press on upper handle release button to lower handle for storage. Make sure that nothing is pressing on the nozzle squeegee. Do not store cleaner on a wood surface unless cleaner is completely- dry. E G For your convenience, the HOOVER@ FloorMate TM SpinScrub TM 800 tool caddy (A) is provided for storing the hose, tools, telescoping wand, set of brushes and detergent. D F J The two sections of the tool caddy snap together %r assembly. Press where indicated by arrows to snap securely in place. The caddy conveniently fits over" the top of the cleaner nozzle (B) for storage. To store hose: Place the hose grip (C) into slot (D) on of caddy. Pull hose up and press into cut-out area re). Continue wrapping hose down, underneath tongue (F), and back tap, pressing into second cut-out area (C). Place hose end (H) into slot (I) on back of caddy. JN Place floor swivel tool (J), grout tool (K), brush assembly (L), telescoping wand (M) and detergent (N) into caddy as sho_wn. Continued._ 15

16 Cleaning the nozzle Turn cleaner OFF and disconnec{ from electrical outlet. The cleaner's nozzle can be removed for easy cleaning. Slide the two nozzle release latches (A) outward. Remove nozzle (B) by pulling straight out. Rinse nozzle under running water. Remove debris from tueegee (C) and wipe with a damp cloth. To nozzle, make sure latches (D) are out. should be in the upright position for easier" assembly of the nozzle. Align middle section (E) of nozzle with opening (F) on cleaner: \ i While holding nozzle in place, slide latches inward to lock in place. 16 i

17 Cleaning the brushes The brush assembly can be removed for easy cleaning. Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet. Place handle in the upright position. Remove tanks to pr>vent leaking. Set aside. Pull the two nozzle release buttons (A) out. Remove nozzle. B Tilt cleaner" back so handle rests on floor. Push two brush release buttons (B) and remove the brush r assembly. The brushes can be washed with a mild detergent and rinsed. Do not use a solvent based detergent. \ replace brushes, align post (C) on brush block with hole on bottom of cleaner'. Turn brushes slightly until post fits easily into hole. P_>ss brush assembly firmly to snap into place. Return cleaner to upright position. Replace nozzle, making latches (E) are out. Align middle section (F) of nozzle with opening (G) on cleaner. While holding nozzle in place, slide latches inward to lock place. Replace tanks.,._.j Continued,,_ 17

18 Use the list below to help solve minor problems. C]eaner won't Low suction run Water puddling behind cleaner Won't pick tap dirty solution Cleaner pushes a line of dry debris in front of it Cleaning solution won't dispense Brushes won't rotate,/make sure the cleaner is plugged in firmly. / Check the fuse or breaker. V"Empty the recovery tank; it may be full andthe automatic shut-off engaged. " Make sure filter and filter" lid are properly positioned.,/make sure tanks are locked in place. " Check the filter" and clean if dirty.,/make sure nozzle is replaced properly and locked.,/make stare the hose door is closed tightly when not using the hose. " Use recommended detergents to reduce excess foaming.,/make sure solution tank is installed properly.,/empty recove W tank.,/check Mode selector dial to ensure it is set for WET PICKUR,/Make sure recovery tank is installed properly.,/empty recovery tank.,/make sin> filter and filter lid are properly positioned.,/check Model selector dial to ensure it is set fordry VAC. V" Tip nozzle off floor by pushin_ down on handle to pick up debris that i_ too large to clear the squeegee. " Make sure solution tank is locked in position. " Refill the solution tank if it is empty. " Puu)pneeds to be, primed (when using tool). See page lb. _" Check Mode selector dial to ensure it is set for WASH. ' Reset circuit breaker'. (1) Push ON/OFF switch to turn cleaner OFE Walt 21 Plugtheone minute. nplug the cleaner <:leaner'. into electrical outlet.,5 Pus];r the ON/OFF switch again to turn cleaner ON. If the brushes continue to stall and the breaker trips again, clean the brushes to remove debris. 18

19 Lubrication The motor is equipped with bearings which contain sufficient lubrication for the life of the motor. The addition of lubricant could cause damage. Do not add lubricant to motor bearings. 1"oobtain approved HOOVER service and genuine HOOVER parts, locate the nearest Hoover Factory Service Center or Authorized Hoover Warranty Service Dealer (Depot) by: / Checking the Service Section oi The Hoover Company on-line at wxvw.hoover.com OR,/Checking the list of Fac[ory Service Centers provided with this cleaner OR,/Checking the Yellow Pages under "Vacuum Cleaners - Household" OR _/Calling for an automated referral of at_thorized service outlet locations {U.S. onlvt Do not send your cleaner to The Hoover Company in North Can_on for serwce: this will only result in delay. If fl_rther assistance is needed contact The Hoover Company Consumer Response Center. Phone: In Canada contact Hoover Canada. Burlington Ontario L7R 4A8 Phone: Always identify your cleaner by the complete model number when requesting information or ordering parts. /The model number appears on the back of the cleaner./ 19

20 Full One Year Warranty (Domestic Use) Your HOOVER(,'_ appliance is warranted in normal household use, in accordance with the Owner's Manual against original defects in material and workmanship fbr a period of one fidl year fl'om date of purchase. This warranty provides, at no cost to you, all labor and parts to place this appliance in correct operating condition during the warranted period. This vvarranty applies when the appliance is purchased in the United States including its territories and possessions, or in Canada or fl'om a U S. Military Exchange. Appliances purchased elsewhere are covered by a limited one year warranty which covers the cost of parts only. This warran V does not apply if the appliance is used in a commetr:ial or rental application. This warranty only applies when the product is in use in the country or territory in which it is purchased. Warranty service can only be obtained by presenting the appliance to one of the fbllovving authorized warranty service outlets. Proof of purchase will be requh'ed befbre set'- vice is rendered. 1. Hoover Factory Service Centers. 2. Hoover Authorized Warranty Service Dealers (Depots). For an automated referral of authorized selwice outlets in the U.S.A., phone OR visit The Hoover Company on-line at WWv_.hoogeg con] This warranty does not cover pick up deliver_ or house calls; however, if you mail your appliance to a Hoover Factory Service Center fin" warranty service, transportation will be paid one way. While this warranty gives you specific legal rights, you may also have other rights which vary fl'om state to state. If fijrther assistance is needed, or if there are questions concerning this warranty or the availability of warranty service outlets, write or phone the Consumer Response Center, Phone In Canada, contact Hoover Canada, Burlington, Ontario L7R 4A8, ( O